Your mineral identification
ambitions realized
non-destructively
ZEISS Mineralogic 3D for Geoscience

The game has changed
The phrase “automated mineralogy”

Now, ZEISS Mineralogic 3D applies

Three immediate benefits:

has been synonymous with the use ofnon-destructive X-ray-microscopy

1. Streamlined sample preparation

scanning electron microscopes (SEM)

techniques and deep learning algorithms

for decades. The classification of minerals

to execute automated mineralogy inusing SEM-based energy dispersive

3D. Mineral classification and particle

spectroscopy (EDS) chemical measure-identification are performed alongside

3. Non-destructive to allow for precious

ments has been the only method

customizable data outputs including

samples or correlative workflows

for rapid, automated phase ID intrue grain size/shape and mineral

microscopy.

association measurements.

with no polished mounts
2. Reduce sample runs by eliminatingstereological assumptions

Maximize outputs from
non-destructive techniques

Standard Recontruction

The capabilities of ZEISS Xradia X-ray

DeepRecon Pro

microscopy (XRM) and computed

2tomography (μCT) are at the forefrontof lab-based, non-destructive imaging.
These 3D microscopy capabilities now
feature three key enhancements enabling
quantitative analytical applications.

100 µm

100 µm301 projections
Scan time: 53 minutes

301 projections
Scan time: 53 minutes

1. DeepRecon Pro – Advanced deep 		
learning for noise reduction and speed
2. LabDCT/CrystalCT – Diffraction contrast
tomography for crystal orientation analysis
3. Mineralogic 3D – Calibrated phase

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Recent advances in 3D X-ray analysis include (1) DeepRecon Pro deep learning image processing,(2) non-destructive crystal orientation analysis, and now (3) automated quantitative mineralogy

identification for automated mineralogy

Introducing Mineralogic 3D

Prepare your research workflows

Mineralogic 3D automatically classifies thelike never before

mineralogy of the sample based on attenu-

Mineralogic 3D creates a new opportunity

ation measurements. This unique capability

to understand your samples in as muchcan be combined with morphologicaldetail as possible, either as standalone

measurements to create a full description

datasets, or prior to further sampleof the sample with none of the stereo-

preparation and analysis. Automatedlogical restrictions of SEM-based analyses.

mineralogy in 3D paves the way fortargeted, correlative workflows to lightmicroscopy, SEM, FIB-SEM, and beyond.

whole rock samples, loose particle fractions,

Automated mineral segmentation from X-ray data
allows for non-destructive analysis of mineral textures
and abundance. These data provide the most robust
and representative 3D analysis of your rock sample
and can guide correlative workflows.

or intricate structures in full with noCharacterize mineral deposits in meteorites

sample damage and minimal preparation.

with quantitative grain size/shape analysis

Maximizing the quantitative outputs fromand mineral associations for key minerals

non-destructive X-ray techniques is ideal

in situ. Or create streamlined 3D-to-2D

for precious samples such as meteorites

workflows. E.g., Mineralogic 3D identifies

Simple preparation, advanced analysis

and sample-return missions, museum

mineral crystal systems as inputs forAnalyze your sample intact and dispense

specimens, and fossil samples – particularly

3D crystal orientation, highlighting thewith the requirement to make epoxy

those still embedded in host rock.

perfect targets for high resolution EBSD

mounts or hope for the perfect thin section

or TOF-SIMS.

to be cut. New helical raster scanningtechniques allow larger volumes than ever

Investigate your sample in its true form,

before to be imaged in high resolution,

without mechanical alteration, andor analyzed for crystal orientation.

see 100% of it. ZEISS Mineralogic 3D

Measured attenuation peak positions shown match
the predicted/simulated positions (dashed lines) for
each mineral, allowing for mineral species to beeasily classified. Image on the right shows a single
2D projection of the analyzed test sample.

offers an unparalleled ability to understandTake advantage of the ZEISS Xradia flatcomposition, mineral relationships, andpanel detector to obtain a larger field

fabric of the geological materials underof view and enjoy the high throughput of

scrutiny, including minor phases anddeep learning image processing improve-mineral inclusions. No longer arements provided by ZEISS DeepRecon Pro.

assumptions on the representativity

Mineralogic 3D offers unrivaled resolution,of the exposed sample relevant,mineral classification, and measurement ofnor are there issues with stereology.

samples in their natural state with simple
sample handling.

Mineralogic 3D
Deep Recon Pro Software
ZEISS Xradia Versa XRM
with primary workstation
Standard FDK ReconstructionZEISS Xradia Context
microCT or CrystalCT
with primary workstation
Standard FDK Reconstruction

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XRM High Performance Workstation
FPX Flat Panel Extension+ZEISS Scout-and-Scan
ZEN Analyzer
ZEN Module Macro EnvironmentZEN Intellesis
Optional Extras:
ORS Dragonfly Pro, Autoloader

Not for therapeutic use, treatment or medical diagnostic evidence. Not all products are available in every country. Contact your local ZEISS representative for more information.
EN_42_012_347 | CZ 10-2021 | Design, scope of delivery and technical progress subject to change without notice. | © Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH

Mineralogic 3D is capable of analyzing